Every minute without CPR and defibrillation after a cardiac arrest reduces a casualty’s chance of survival by 10%. With an estimated 30,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests taking place in the UK each year, the ability to respond quickly and effectively can make all the difference.

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The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Adult Basic Life Support and Automated External Defibrillation (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification designed to provide members of the public, volunteers and community groups with the essential skills to save a life. It is also a useful option for individuals who wish to refresh or update their skills between longer qualifications such as Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work.

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Successful candidates will:

• Demonstrate the safe and effective administration of adult CPR

• Safely use an automated external defibrillator (AED) in line with current best practice

• Gain the knowledge and confidence to act quickly in life-threatening emergencies

• Reinforce their understanding of the importance of basic life support in community and workplace settings

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This qualification forms part of the QA First Aid suite of qualifications. The qualification and learning outcomes are based on the recommendations of:

• The Resuscitation Council (UK)

• A distinguished panel of experts in emergency medical care

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This QA qualification is:

• Suitable for members of the public, volunteers and community groups who wish to gain life-saving skills

• Beneficial for individuals who want to refresh or update their knowledge and skills during the period of their longer workplace qualification

• Designed to ensure learners develop the practical competence to deliver safe, prompt and effective basic life support and defibrillation

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By the end of the course, learners will have the knowledge, confidence and practical ability to provide adult basic life support and use a defibrillator effectively in an emergency.